Guides
What to know before you hire anyone.
Plain answers to the questions we get asked most — useful whether or not you end up working with us.
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What a painting estimate should include
Two quotes for the same job can differ by thousands. Almost always the difference is preparation and coats — here is how to see it before you sign anything.
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How to get a room ready for painters
A short, practical checklist for the day before. Most of it takes an hour, and it is the difference between a crew starting at nine and starting at eleven.
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Which paint finish belongs where
Sheen decides how a surface cleans, how it hides flaws, and how long it lasts. It is the choice people spend least time on and notice most afterwards.
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How long a repaint actually takes
Most delays are not the painting. They are the repairs found once furniture moves, and the recoat windows that cannot be rushed without ruining the finish.
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Tell us about the space.
Send a few photographs and what you have in mind. We come back with a written estimate — no charge, and no obligation to go ahead.